Tragedy struck on Lake Tahoe as a 27ft-long boat capsized near DL Bliss state park, claiming the lives of six individuals with two more still missing. The incident, which occurred after the boat was hit by a large swell, prompted an emergency response that led to the rescue of two survivors taken to a local hospital. The El Dorado county sheriff’s office confirmed the grim outcome and announced plans for continued search operations by the EDSO search and rescue team and dive team.
Local witnesses recounted how unusually high winds battered the lake, creating hazardous conditions that led to multiple boats capsizing. The community mourned the devastating events, with boat captain Joby Cefalu describing it as a “very, very tragic day on Lake Tahoe.”
As authorities work to identify the deceased and notify their next of kin, the focus remains on the ongoing search efforts to locate the missing individuals. The incident serves as a sobering reminder of the unpredictable nature of the elements and the importance of vigilance and safety measures, particularly in popular tourist destinations like Lake Tahoe and its surrounding wilderness region.
